He was only seven years old, and died without an heir.

Louis then died on 22 May 987, without an heir.

However he also died before their father, who was now without direct male heirs.

He died without a male heir on 9 December 1679.

In the year 1797 the Count died without a male heir.

The 2nd Earl died in 1265 without a male heir.

"A king without an heir is disaster to end them all."

Edward died on 20 September 1777 at age 91, without a male heir.

Some sources claimed that he died without a male heir.

Without a natural heir you have to choose your successor.